When young Victor's pet dog Sparky (who stars in Victor's homemade monster movies) is hit by a car, Victor decides to bring him back to life the only way he knows how. But when the bolt-necked "monster" wreaks havoc and terror in the hearts of Victor's neighbors, he has to convince them (and his parents) that despite his appearance, Sparky's still the good loyal friend he's always been.

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Cast

Shelley Duvall

Susan Frankenstein

Daniel Stern

Ben Frankenstein

Barret Oliver

Victor Frankenstein

Joseph Maher

Mr. Chambers

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Roz Braverman

Mrs. Epstein

Paul Bartel

Mr. Walsh

Sofia Coppola

Anne Chambers

Jason Hervey

Frank Dale

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Paul C. Scott

Mike Anderson

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Helen Boll

Mrs. Curtis

Shelley Duvall — Susan Frankenstein

Shelley Alexis Duvall (July 7, 1949 – July 11, 2024) was an American actress known for her portrayal of distinctive, often eccentric characters. She was the recipient of several accolades, including a Cannes Film Festival Award and a Peabody Award and nominations for a British Academy Film Award and two Primetime Emmy Awards.

Daniel Stern — Ben Frankenstein

Daniel Jacob Stern (born August 28, 1957) is an American film and television actor.

Barret Oliver — Victor Frankenstein

Barret Spencer Oliver (born August 24, 1973) is an American photographer and former child actor. He is known for his role as Bastian Balthazar Bux in the film adaptation of Michael Ende's novel The NeverEnding Story, followed by roles in D.A.R.Y.L.,Cocoon and Cocoon: The Return.